My Journey to Becoming A Mindfulness and Somatic Therapist:

My journey as a therapist began many years ago when I discovered the fundamental core of wellbeing lies in your relationship with yourself. During a difficult period of life, I discovered that as I learned to nurture myself, I became more grounded in my sense of self, more confident when facing challenges and more skillful at navigating my relationships and emotional ups and downs. I also became clearer that the strategies and tools that support wellbeing can be learned and taught. These tools and strategies can help us not only manage adversity but also thrive even when times are difficult. I began teaching meditation and became certified as a professional coach to help others develop the capacity and skills to grow through challenging periods. My experience supporting people through difficult periods evolved to include licensing as a therapist, with a focus on helping people unlock what feeling better means to them and supporting others in making positive, meaningful life changes.

My Approach To Individual and Couples Therapy:

The Heart of Wellbeing Is Your Relationship With Yourself.

My approach to therapy is grounded in mindfulness, somatic-based therapies and parts work. My office is located in mid-town Toronto (in-person), and I offer virtual therapy for those who find it more accessible. I work closely with you to tailor our approach to meet your specific needs. During our sessions, we won't "just talk"; we will use your experiences and challenges to begin experimenting with new ways of thinking and acting, and in time, you will feel empowered to carry these changes forward. Together, we’ll explore what’s going on beneath the surface and begin to create meaningful shifts—one step at a time.

At the heart of your well-being is your relationship with yourself. Gaining a deep understanding of how societal and cultural influences, as well as familial and personal relationships, have shaped you and your repetitive patterns is the starting point for learning how to support and nurture yourself. Therapy is a space to develop your relationship with yourself. The result is self-support rather than self-criticism, kindness rather than controlling and nurturing rather than punishing.

Developing Positive States of Mind: Kindness, Compassion, Joy, Playfulness, Peacefulness, Gratitude

Another element of my work with clients is relearning or reconnecting with positive emotions and mind states. Often, when life has been difficult for extended periods of time, our brains tend to predict things that keep us in a state of anxiety, hypervigilance and/or numbness. I believe that an important part of therapeutic work is learning how to feel good again from the inside out.

Who I work with:

I offer therapy for individuals (age 20+) and couples who are navigating various concerns, including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, anger, trauma and PTSD, ADHD, challenging family and relationship dynamics, job loss or workplace stress, hormonal-related mood changes, fertility challenges, antisemitism and intergenerational trauma, chronic pain and complex health challenges.

Each path forward is unique, and yet there are themes and commonalities that unite us in our journey toward increasing happiness, fulfilment and freedom. Based on my background and experience as a healthcare provider, my approach is evidence-based and scientifically informed. I help clients find and implement solutions that lead to increased well-being and a deeper sense of fulfillment.

I am a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) with the CRPO. I am also a Professional Certified Coach (PCC) with the International Coaching Federation and a certified Meditation Teacher. My approach to therapy is integrative, meaning that I collaborate with my clients to determine what approaches might best suit their goals. I draw from a number of approaches, including Mindfulness-Acceptance-based approaches, Somatic Trauma-informed approaches, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy, Focusing-Oriented Therapy, Emotion-Focused Therapy, and I am Internal Family Systems informed.